mirror
含义: A reflective glass surface; to reflect or copy exactly
A mirror is a surface, typically glass coated with a reflective material, that produces an image of whatever is in front of it. As a verb, to mirror means to reflect or to closely resemble something. Mirrors are essential in homes, vehicles, and many optical instruments.
例句
- She checked her appearance in the mirror before leaving. 她离开前在镜子里检查了自己的外表。Ella comprobó su apariencia en el espejo antes de salir.彼女は出かける前に鏡で自分の姿を確認した。그녀는 나가기 전에 거울로 자신의 모습을 확인했다.
- The still lake mirrored the mountains perfectly. 平静的湖面完美地倒映着群山。El lago tranquilo reflejaba las montañas perfectamente.静かな湖が山々を完璧に映し出していた。고요한 호수가 산들을 완벽하게 비추고 있었다.
- His expression mirrored her concern about the situation. 他的表情反映出她对情况的担忧。Su expresión reflejaba su preocupación por la situación.彼の表情は状況に対する彼女の懸念を映し出していた。그의 표정은 상황에 대한 그녀의 우려를 그대로 반영하고 있었다.
发音
用法指南
语境: general
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From Old French 'mireor' meaning 'a looking glass', from 'mirer' (to look at, admire), from Latin 'mirari' (to wonder at, admire). Related to 'miracle', 'admire', and 'marvel'. Polished metal mirrors preceded glass ones.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
故事与趣闻
The word comes from Latin 'mirare' meaning 'to look at, wonder at'. Ancient mirrors were made of polished bronze or copper. The superstition about seven years of bad luck from breaking a mirror originated from the Romans, who believed mirrors contained part of the soul.
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